Lower Limb Bones

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What is the Intermediate Cuneiform?

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The Intermediate Cuneiform is one of the three cuneiform bones located in the foot, situated between the medial and lateral cuneiform bones. It plays a crucial role in the structure and function of the foot.

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What is the Medial Cuneiform?

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The Medial Cuneiform is the largest of the cuneiform bones in the foot, located on the medial side. It articulates with the first metatarsal and is important for foot stability.

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What is the Patella?

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The Patella, also known as the kneecap, is a small, flat bone located in front of the knee joint. It protects the knee and improves the leverage of the thigh muscles.

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What is the Calcaneus?

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The Calcaneus, or heel bone, is the largest bone in the foot, forming the foundation of the rear part of the foot. It supports body weight and provides leverage for walking.

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What is the Ischium?

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The Ischium is one of the three bones that make up the pelvis. It is located at the lower and back part of the hip bone and provides support when sitting.

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What is the Lateral Cuneiform?

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The Lateral Cuneiform is one of the cuneiform bones in the foot, located laterally to the Intermediate Cuneiform. It articulates with the third metatarsal.

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What is the Navicular bone?

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The Navicular bone is a boat-shaped bone located in the midfoot, between the talus and the cuneiform bones. It plays a key role in the arch of the foot.

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What is the Talus?

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The Talus is a bone in the ankle that sits above the calcaneus and below the tibia. It is crucial for the movement of the ankle joint.

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What is the Fibula?

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The Fibula is the smaller of the two bones in the lower leg, located parallel to the tibia. It provides stability to the ankle and supports muscles of the lower leg.

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What is the Tibia?

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The Tibia, or shinbone, is the larger and stronger of the two bones in the lower leg. It bears most of the body's weight and is essential for walking and running.